Self-Defense: Four Ways to Escape a Wrist Grab

Introduction: Self-Defense: Four Ways to Escape a Wrist Grab

The purpose of this instructable is to teach people of all ages two amateur and two intermediate moves to escape a wrist grab. The information offered in this instructable is based off of what I have been taught, but feel free to incorporate what you have learned as well.

Please consult a doctor should you have concerns before attempting to perform any of these moves to prevent risks of injury. If you feel any discomfort with any of these steps, please do not attempt to perform them. Be cautious and use what you think will benefit you in the long run. Additionally, remember to scream and call for help when in a threatening situation. Screaming "FIRE" will easily grab the attention of people in the area as opposed to yelling "help" or "rape."

Below, you will find four methods, "One Hand on One Wrist," "Two Hands on One Wrist," "One Hand on One Wrist with Knee Kick," and "Two Hands on One Wrist with Side Knee Kick." Each method is labeled by a step (step 2, 3, 4, and 5). Each step has a numerical order below it that explains how to perform the method. Each method also has a link to a demonstration video and screen shots that help break down the moves.

Step 1: Gather Materials

1. Comfortable clothing that is easy to move in such as sweatpants, t-shirts, yoga pants, etc.

2. Sneakers or work out shoes.

3. If you have long hair, please make sure your hair is tied up or back so that it is not in your face.

Yelling is a good countermeasure, it was shown years ago that screaming "fire" will attract more attention than yelling "rape" or "help" as these phrases are commonly used for pranking purposes by people.

A loud voice is something that can often dissuade someone from harassing you. They don't want the attention. A very loud "get your hands off me" will often be the best choice for a first move.

However, I just saw a video of some guy who walked by a girl and grabbed her phone out of her hand. She called out and went after him. He tried to shove her away and she kicked him in the crotch followed by a kick to his face. He went down hard and she picked up her phone and left.